The Airports Authority of India has resumed operations at the 32 airports that were temporarily closed in the wake of the recent military standoff between India and Pakistan, an official press statement said on Monday.
However, AAI has advised passengers to check flight status directly with the airline for regular updates.
The suspension of civil flight services, which began on May 9, affected several key airports in northern and western India, including Srinagar and Amritsar.
The temporary closure was initiated following heightened tensions along the border, and flight operations remained suspended until May 15.
The Airports Authority of India (AAI), in coordination with other aviation bodies, had earlier issued a series of Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs), enforcing the temporary closure of these airports to all civilian air traffic.
The reopening of these airports brings much-needed relief to thousands of passengers, airline staff, and businesses affected by the shutdown.
“Safety of passengers and operational staff remains our top priority,” an AAI spokesperson said, adding that all necessary protocols would be followed to ensure a smooth transition back to regular operations.
Meanwhile low cost carrier, Indigo Airlines in a statement said, "In line with the government directives the airports are open for operations. We will progressively commence operations on the previously closed routes. The refund on cancelled tickets is applicable until May 22."
List of airports that will reopen soon
Ambala (Haryana), Hindon (UP), Naliya (Gujarat), Sarsawa (UP), Uttarlai (Rajasthan), Srinagar, Awantipur & Jammu (J&K), Amritsar, Chandigarh,Ludhiana, Patiala, Bhatinda, Adampur Halwara & Pathankot (Punjab), Bhuntar, Shimla & Kangra-Gaggal (Himachal), Kishangarh (Rajasthan), Thoise & Leh (Ladakh), Mundra, Jamnagar, Hirasar, Porbandar, Keshod, Kandla & Bhuj (Gujarat) and Jaisalmer, Jodhpur & Bikaner (Rajasthan)